Staff Accountant (distribution industry)

**Job Title:** Staff Accountant
**Job Type:** Direct Hire
**Salary:** $60,000 - $65,000
**Location:** Upper Marlboro, MD
**Working Arrangement:** FULLY ON SITE
**Dress Code:** Business Casual
**Parking:** Available
**Background Check:** Required

Softwares:

• Software is INFOR Sx - preferred not mandatory

Key Responsibilities:

• Regularly reconcile and analyze balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Conduct in-depth analyses and reasonableness tests for income statement accounts.
• Complete month-end closing checklists and follow established month-end procedures.
• Account for and process Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) expenses, as well as intercompany transactions.
• Prepare audit, tax, and insurance schedules; engage in compliance activities.
• Review and post General & Administrative (G&A) accounts payable expenses to appropriate general ledger codes, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained.
• Maintain and update all sub-schedules related to expense allocations by branch as necessary.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and Board reports.
• Support the development of budget templates and input the final budget into the financial system.
• Collaborate with the Controller and CFO in the annual audit process.
• Cross-train with the Staff Accountant on bank and credit card reconciliations, various balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset schedules, and the creation of monthly journal entries.
• Collaborate with the Payroll team to assist with payroll processing and related journal entries.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Positive attitude and high energy; proven success in a collaborative team environment.
• Interest in and understanding of the distribution industry.
• Strong grasp of general accounting concepts and processes.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills, capable of managing multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage effectively with all levels of business partners.
• Proficient in using accounting software applications and processes.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong focus on readiness for work.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance